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Doulas as chemical coaches: new study tests if education lowers toxin exposure in pregnancy

NCT ID NCT06032143

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether an online course for doulas about phthalates (chemicals found in many personal care products) can improve their knowledge and help them counsel pregnant clients. Researchers will measure changes in the doulas' and pregnant people's understanding and, for some, test urine samples for phthalate levels. The goal is to see if education alone can reduce exposure to these chemicals during pregnancy.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Online educational course on phthalates
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that training doulas helps pregnant people reduce their exposure to certain chemicals in personal care products.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (120 participants) focused on education and awareness, not on directly changing health outcomes. Results may not apply to other populations or chemicals.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Behavior

As listed by the trial registrant

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HEALTH KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES, PRACTICE

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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